Best trails in Lamington National Park

4.4(15,646 reviews)

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#18 of 637 national parks

Lamington National Park is located on Queensland's Lamington Plateau of the McPherson Range. Its landscape consists of mountains with panoramic views, lush rainforests, creeks and waterfalls home to many animals, including threatened bird species, making it a great place to hike, camp and watch wildlife.

The park lies on the southern edge of the Scenic Rim, a chain of mountains stretching from the Gold Coast hinterland to Mount Mistake and is joined by parks, such as the Border Rangers National Park in New South Wales. Lamington National Park is made up of two sections — Green Mountains and Binna Burra. Green Mountains section is located on the western side of the Lamington Plateau. The Binna Burra section encompasses the rest of the park to the east.

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#1 - Daves Creek Circuit via Border Track

4.7(1646)

•Moderate

•7.4 mi

This is a great walk that wanders through part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia's world heritage area in Lamington National Park. Enjoy magnificent views across lush rainforest and the greater Gold Coast hinterland from the many lookout points along the Dave's Creek Circuit section of the walk. Beginning from the Binna Burra trailhead, go 2.3 km on the Border Track before turning onto the Daves Creek Circuit. Go through the Woggunba Valley and exit into the Daves Creek region....

#2 - Coomera Circuit Walk

The Coomera Circuit starts along the Border Track from the Binna Burra upper day-use area. It is a great route through lush rainforest and Antarctic beech, passing along Coomera Gorge and stopping at plenty of waterfalls. Impressive and picture-worthy falls along the route are: Coomera Falls, Ungurungbano Falls, Bahnamboola Falls, Kagoonya Falls, Gwongarrong Falls, Moolgoolong Falls, Chigunya Falls, Neerigomindala Falls and Goorowa Falls. It's very well marked, and the only technical...

#3 - Border Track and Box Forest Circuit

This is an excellent track close to the Gold Coast. Head to the carpark near O’reilly’s Rainforest retreat to start the walk. Heading out on the Border Track through the lush Gondwana Rainforest before descending on switchback trails to Canungra Creek and the box forest circuit walk. The track passes through beautiful stands of smooth, pink-barked brush box Lophostemon confertus and a few Antarctic beech trees as you travel anticlockwise through the jungle. Box orchids have fragile white...

#4 - Elabana Falls and Picnic Rock Trail

4.7(859)

•Moderate

•4.5 mi

Discover the Enchanting Elabana Falls, a tropical paradise in Lamington National Park. Nestled in lush rainforest, the cascading waterfall is one of the most popular attractions in the park that just has to be explored. The trail begins from O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat and follows a well-maintained and well-marked track. Following Border Track, you'll pass through forests filled with verdant ferns and cross picturesque creeks before descending gradually to the falls and Picnic Rock. The...

#5 - Toolona Creek Circuit

4.7(931)

•Hard

•10.4 mi

This is a great route for the experienced hiker. The circuit can be done in either direction. However, most will follow the route clockwise as outlined in this map. This long day hike takes you through the most outstanding features of Lamington National Park. Allow time for breaks, photos, and take in the incredible views. From the carpark, begin the walk on Border Track as you lose elevation and arrive at Picnic Rock at the base of Elabana Falls. A long uphill stretch awaits as you climb...

#6 - Ships Stern Circuit

This is one of the best in the Binna Burra section of Lamington; this long (and extendable) circuit has it all: waterfalls, rainforest, wildlife, and great views. From Binna Burra Road, begin the circuit heading clockwise as outlined in the map (the circuit can be done anti-clockwise, but clockwise is recommended). Soon pass a few waterfalls along Chiminya Creek and take in the first of many spectacular viewpoints at Koolanbilba Lookout. The walk continues and descends into Nixon Creek,...

#7 - Coomera River Falls via Border Track and Coomera Circuit

This is a lovely walk in the Lamington National Park in southeast Queensland. Starting from the Binna Burra Mountain Lodge Campsite, the trail weaves past numerous picturesque waterfalls. Make sure you have sturdy shoes if it's wet and muddy. The waterfalls are both at the track's apex, and you return via the same trail. The route involves a few river crossings.

This is an excellent track near the Gold Coast in the mid-section of Lamington National Park. This walk is on the easier side of moderate and great for the whole family. To reach the Morans Falls overlook, go from the Python Rock and Morans Falls trailhead through subtropical rainforest home to booyongs, figs, brush box, twisted vines, and bird's nest ferns. Enjoy breathtaking views of Morans Falls as it plunges 80 metres into the canyon of Morans Creek. The sound of Morans Falls varies...

#9 - Tullawallal Lookout

This is a gorgeous scenic track up to the Tullawallal Lookout near Binna Burra, Queensland. The rainforest along the track changes from subtropical rainforest to cool temperate rainforest and is filled with lots of birds. This starts at the Binna Burra trailhead. You follow the Border Track for 1.9km, then turn right at the track junction onto Tullawallal circuit. It's then up a a short sidetrack to Tullawallal Lookout.

#10 - O'Reilly's to Binna Burra

This is a tough walking track through rainforest and Eucalypt forests. Give yourself ample time and leave early to make it to Binna Binna Mountain with good light. Bookings are required for overnight stays, if you plan to make this an overnight journey, please visit https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/camping/bookings and check availability before your arrival. Plenty of wildlife is in this area, so take your time and keep your eyes peeled. Make sure to download the map for offline use in case...

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Peter Hodges

Jan 12, 2025•Hiking

Completed the Toolona Creek Circuit in an anticlockwise direction in the early morning. Best time to see the Antarctic beech trees along the border track. The waterfalls and rainforest scenery were spectacular! Be prepared for leeches when it’s wet, there were hundreds of them. Also spotted a superb lyrebird, lamington crayfish and a dingo. One of the best walks in Lamington National Park.

Conditions: Bugs, Muddy, Obstructions

Toolona Creek Circuit

Carolina Acuna

Sep 20, 2025•Hiking

Easy to parkNot crowdedGreat conditions

The weather was a blessing. It was no rain for a week, so quite dry for what I am use to at Lamington. This made the trail enjoyable as were no leeches and the creek crossing was easy due to not much water currents. Lots of waterfalls, fun rock hopping. One of my favourites at Lamington for sure!

Parking: Entry fee, Free, Large lot

West Canungra Creek Circuit: Yerralahla Falls and Picnic Rock

Emma Gibson

Aug 18, 2025•Hiking

Bathrooms availableGreat views

Absolutely incredible walk, easily in my top 5’s for Lamington! Gentle inclines/ declines along the way so makes for a super easy enjoyable 12kms with lots of changing scenery to keep it interesting. A few muddy spots along the way so can make for slow going but nothing undoable.Highlight is when it starts to open up to the incredible views! Definitely recommend doing for sure

Daves Creek Circuit via Border Track

Scott Warner

Feb 24, 2025•Hiking

Easy to parkGreat conditionsGreat views

A varied walk showing off some of the best of the Lamington forests

Ships Stern Circuit

Anastasia Boulais

Feb 15, 2025•Hiking

Easy to parkNot crowded

Awesome trail. Wear hiking boots as creek crossings can be very slippery. Worth bringing a pair of sandals for the drive home as my shoes were super wet and muddy. Lots of waterfalls. Mostly shaded. No leeches but we saw a lamington cray and a couple of giant skinks.

Border Track and Box Forest Circuit

Maestro Tsvangi

Feb 1, 2025•Walking

Easy to parkNot crowdedGreat views

What a thrill, feel like I have covered all the outstanding sights of Lamington's Binna Burra section'! The seemingly endless cascades of the Upper Ballunjui Falls, Tullawallal, the enchanting jungle sensation, and even encountered a large snake as I approached the end (kept as still as possible, and it's slow speed indicated Little possibility of danger). It's an absolute must visit

Conditions: Muddy, Overgrown, Dusty, Obstructions

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Lamington National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Lamington National Park is Daves Creek Circuit via Border Track, which has a 4.7 star rating from 1,646 reviews. This trail is 7.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,433 ft.

What is the longest trail in Lamington National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Lamington National Park is Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk. This trail is estimated to be 31.0 mi long.

How many trails are in Lamington National Park?

There are 63 trails in Lamington National Park. These trails have an average 4.4-star rating from 15,646 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Lamington National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Lamington National Park has you covered. Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk boasts the most elevation gain with 5,954 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Lost World Walking Track - Creek Camp, which will get you 5,524 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Lamington National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 11 camping trails in Lamington National Park and the most popular is O'Reilly's to Binna Burra with an average 4.5 star rating from 457 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Lamington National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 9 running trails in Lamington National Park and the most popular is Tullawallal Lookout with an average 4.4 star rating from 505 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Lamington National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 biking trail in Lamington National Park which is Caves Track [CLOSED] with an average 4.4 star rating from 344 community reviews.